TRAINING REPORT

Mentors Induction Programme

JANUARY 12th – 16th 2018

at

Govt. Senior Secondary School, Malai,

Hathin (Palwal)

Joy of Learning

INTRODUCTION

Tarraqi I Foundation (TiF) and Shikshanjali Edutech Consultancy organized a five days

Mentors Induction Training for the “Joy of Learning” Programme from 12th January

to 16th January 2018 at Govt. Sr. Sec. School, Malai with the support of Dist. Education

Department, Palwal. Attached is the training schedule. (Annexure-1):

There were 27 shortlisted Mentors recruited from the nearby villages who had

participated in the training programme which was held from 9.30 a.m till 4.30 p.m

everyday. Attached is the list of trainees. (Annexure-2)

The workshop facilitated by an eclectic team of resource persons was highly appreciated by the trainees. There are some useful suggestions and observations for further workshops in the upcoming summer break and bi weekly reinforcements and guidance of the Mentors as they start the Student’s baseline study.

Day – 1 Friday, 12th January, 2018

Introduction, Setting Expectations

Day 1 Objectives:

1) Vision : Joy of Learning 2) Hopes & Needs of the Mentors 3) Understanding Multiple Intelligences

The first day of the training Mr. Amir Abidi (Director- Tarraqi I Foundation) and Mr. Ms.Mridu Gupta (CEO- Shikshanjali EduTech Consulting) shared about the objectives of ‘Joy of Learning’ program. Mr Abidi had an interactive session on “Child friendly” and “Experiential Learning” through videos and activities focusing on its importance/ benefits and approaches in education. Various aspects such as the support and participation of parents/community and the needs of students and teachers were discussed.

Mr. Zaheer Alam (Project Manager-JoL) facilitated some ice breaking activities at the start and the day unfolded with great joy and energy. A “Wish-Tree” was created where participants moved after watching a video and listening to the soulful ‘Lab pe aati hai dua’ wrote their wish/hope about the kind of teacher they would strive to be. A discussion followed about the ways Teachers affect lives. Qualities and importance of a good teacher were collated as everyone shared their thoughts and

experiences. The session culminated with a touching story of a teacher and a student.

After tea break, Ms. Mridu Gupta shared the vision and objective of the ‘Joy of

Learning’ programme, emphasizing the role of a teacher, importance of education. A

reflective video was shown followed by a PowerPoint presentation and activity

(Circle game) she articulated the developmental needs (physical, emotional, social

and mental) of children and also the needs of a teacher. Emphasis was on how a

teacher can become a role model to their students and community.

After lunch break, an interactive session on Multiple Intelligences was facilitated by

Mr. Amir Abidi. Session started with a poll where he showed some pictures of

celebrities/experts and asked participants to cast their votes for the person they

thing is most ‘Intelligent’. After the votes were casted and counted a lively discussion

ensued on the choices made and the concept of ‘Intelligence’. Thereby, the theory of

‘Multiple Intelligences’ was explained. For further reinforcement a ‘Learning

Counters’ Carousel activity was conducted. Participants divided into 5 groups had to

move around 5 learning counters and spend 5 minutes at each counter. The

realization was that learning is much more meaningful and deeper when it is

engaging and interactive. Also, the application of MI in lesson planning and its

benefits were explained.

Day – 2 Saturday, 13th January, 2018

Understanding Yourself & Others (Theatre in Education & Advocacy)

Day 2 Objective: To understand oneself and others so as to form a team with a

common vision and a child friendly approach

The second day of the training focused on

enhancing the Life Skills such as self

confidence, communication, empathy, respect,

team work et al, of the Mentors and using

Theatre (Nukkad-Natak) as a tool for learning

and community outreach.

Key facilitator was Mr. Zubair Idrisi, a well

known Theatre Artist & Life Skill Trainer. Day

started with many ice breaking activities and

theatre exercises focusing in developing a sense of fun, trust and comfort to work as

a team.

In the second session, importance of Theatre

(NukkadNatak) and its methods for community

outreach were discussed. Participants were

divided into 5 small groups and gave 5 words to

each group by the facilitator. Using these 5

words each group prepared the script of the

Nukkad-Natak on the topic of Education and

then performed. Feedback was given by the

peers as also the facilitators.

1.

Finding

2.

Resoning

3. PROJECTING

4. PREDICTION

5.

RELATING

Day – 3 Sunday, 12th January, 2018

Understanding the Child & Learning Approaches to Languages

Day 3 Objective: Understanding the Child & Learning Approaches to Language &Maths

The focus of Day 3 was to understand the pedagogical

approaches to learning Language at the primary level. The

key facilitators were Ms. Kapila Sawhney and Ms. Kumud

Chadda. Sessions of Story Telling, its nuances and learning

outcomes was followed by divided the trainees into 5 groups

and a story book was given to each group. Each group had to

present their story through different ways like role plays,

rhymes, quiz etc.

Post tea break session focused on taking learning deeper

where Ms. Kumud explained various questioning techniques explained different level of

questions.

The last session was on lesson planning conducted by Ms.

Reema Rai, who shared some tips about lesson planning,

and activities so as to maximize learning. She suggested

resources like internet, NCERT books and other reference

books for planning and enriching lessons. Participants

were divided into groups and given topics to prepare

session plans and activities. They were given feedback

upon their presentations and reflections on the days

learning were shared at the end of the day.

Levels of Questions

Day – 4 Monday, 15th January, 2018

Understanding the nature of Arts and Creativity Planning for Creative & Joyful Learning

Day 4 Objectives: To understand the nature of Arts and how it contributes in the

learning and development of child and to understand and create the environment &

structures/plans for creative and joyful learning.

The fourth day started with the recap of the learnings made in the last three days. Thereby, the theme for the day based on the importance of Arts and Creativity in learning was made as children comprehend and apply knowledge better through activities. They can develop new behavior and socialization skills.The session was conducted by Ms.Shikha and Ms.Yasmeen Khan from Udaan.

Facilitators got the trainees to do drawing, painting, collage work, paper craft, recycle craft etc in a easygoing and joyful way that everyone got thoroughly immersed. Emphasis was on using inexpensive and waste material usually found lying around.

A Reflective sharing session based on Jenny Mosley’s Approach of Quality Circle Time (QCT) was facilitated by Mr. Amir Abidi towards the end where participants shared their learnings.

Day – 5 Tuesday, 16th January, 2018

Training on Shikshanjali’s Mobile Application / Digital Platform and Closing Ceremony

Day 5 Objectives: To understand the nuances of observation and interviewing and

to understand & practice the online platform for reporting and its utilization

Mr. Amir Abidi initiated the first session briefing about the baseline of the students

i.e. what and how trainers have to observe the students and record the observations.

He stressed upon the importance of sensitivity, empathy and communication

especially ‘listening’ and ‘observing’ closely. After tea break, Mr. Pankaj with Ms.

Reema Rai initiated the discussion on technology tools in education. They explained

the importance and working of online platform and tools for the observation &

reporting. They also introduced the Shikshanjali mobile application and

demonstrated how to use it. The mentors were given mock observations/interviews

in pairs to practice. They also learned about the evaluation and reporting through this

mobile application.

Post lunch Mr. Amir Abidi got the trainees to revisit the concept of ‘Multiple

Intelligences’. He explained in details the seven types of Intelligence (Logical

/Mathematical, Verbal/Linguistic, Visual/Spatial, Musical, Bodily-Kinesthetic, Inter-

personal, Intra-personal) through video clip and activities emphasizing that “Each

Child is Special”. Trainees did a self assessment questionnaire to assess the levels of

their own Intelligence in various domains realizing that each one is ‘intelligent’ in

their own special way.

In the end, Certificates were given out to the participants. Mr. Amir Abidi, gave vote

of thanks to the honorable speakers, participants and his team. The training was

participative in nature. The concept of using theatre, painting, performing arts and

craft as means of instructions for teaching curricula subjects was much appreciated

by the participants. The mentors felt confident that with the newly acquired ideas

and skill they would they would be able to make qualitative changes in their teaching

methodology, hopefully making normal subjects more interesting and child friendly.

Annexure-1: Training Schedule

12th Jan, Friday, Day 1

Introduction, Setting expectations

Objectives The teachers start on a high note and have clarity for the next 4 days. Starting with

clearer understanding of the Project’s vision focusing the ‘Joy of Learning’ and ‘Each Child

is Special’

Time Engagement Notes for facilitator Resources-

Facilitator

9:30 - 10:00 Arrival

Introduction

Registration

Icebreaker game - Getting to know each other.

Zaheer/

Ritesh

10.00-11.00 Tree of Wishes/Hopes Watch/Listen to ‘Lab peaatihaidua’. Write

wish/hope on a leaf/flower. Share it . Paste it on

the tree. “meinek …….teacher

bannachahta/chahtihun take….”

(Tree –Leaf-Flowers cutouts/ Sketch

pens/Poster/Glue Stick)

Amir

&Zubair

11.00-11.15 Tea Break

11:15 - 12:15 Why I want to teach,

Role of a teacher,

Importance of

Education. How can I

be a role model to my

students and

community

Shikshanjali ‘Joy of

Learning’ vision,

objectives

Introduction to

experiential learning,

methodology.

Their views/ideas and expectations from their

career

Discussion

Presentation & Circle game

Mriduji

12:15 – 1:30 Discussion on the The participants will be divided in small groups to Mriduji

developmental needs

(physical, emotional,

social and mental) of

children and needs of

teachers

write down the developmental needs of children at

primary level .5 groups of 5 participants each will

be made.

(TiF –JoL team members to also join the teachers

group to trigger and push the discussion)

1:30-1.45 Teacher Affects Lives! Rashmi Ma’am’s &Raju’s Story Amir

1:45- 2:30 Lunch Break

2:30 - 4:00 Multiple Intelligences 1. Quiz & Participants will share their views

on ‘Who is Intelligent”?

2. Learning Carousal: Participants in groups

of 5 will go around 5 learning counters and

spend 5 mins at each counter.

3. Know your MI? Participants will do a

questionnaire to reflect on their own MI

4. Discussion on Howard Gardner’s theory of

MI

Amir

4.00-4.30 Review & Learning of

the Day

Amir

&Mriduji

13th Jan, Saturday, Day 2

Understanding Yourself & Others (Theatre in Education & Advocacy)

Objectives To understand oneself and others so as to form a team with a common vision and a child

friendly approach.

Time Engagement Notes for facilitator Resources -

Facilitator

9.30-10.00 Registration & Treasure

Hunt

Ritesh

10:00-11:00 Introduction and

Icebreakers

Lets know each other

Getting comfortable Expectation sharing

Getting to know each other Breaking the Ice

Zubi&Zahee

r A4 sheet (one side)

Me and your cup To understand each other’s need Paper Cups

11.00-11.15 Tea Break

11:15-1:45 Theatre for Change Theatre and Role play

Learn basics of theatre

Applying different strategies for different

situations

Zubi&Zahee

r Props

1.45-2.30 Lunch

02:30-4:00 Box of Future To motivate and build their strength as a team in

situations and challenges that can restrict their

performance.

Zubi&Zahee

r One box

A4 sheet

04:00-4:30 Feedback & way

ahead

Zubi& Amir

14th Jan, Sunday, Day 3

Understanding the Child & Learning Approaches to Language &Maths

9.30-10.00 Registration.

Action Rhymes. (Ritesh)

Context Setting (Kapilaji/Kumud)

10.00-1.45 Approach to Joyful Learning

10:00-11:15 Understand Reading Five groups will be give a story book each to read

and suggest extension activities in the light of MI

& Joyful Learning

Kapilaji&Ku

mud

11:15-11:30 Tea Break

11:30-12.30 Reading Demo Presentation & Feedback Kapilaji&Ku

mud

12:30-1:45 Extension Activities

Figure out some important activities that can be

done with students e.g.:

Guess what I saw?

Kapilaji&Ku

mud

Story Reading & Questioning Techniques (5

Levels)

Triggering Imagination

Next Word/Previous Word

Collecting Songs/rhymes

Make Story Books with Children

Communication Activities

1:45-2:30 Lunch

2:30 – 4:00 Shikshanjali‘Joy of

Learning ‘Sessions

Planning

Planning for the Next 2 months. Teachers will be

divided into groups and given topics to create

session plans and activities based on the topic.

Reema&Zah

eer/Madhu/

Ritesh

4.00 – 4:30 Reflections Three major take aways Mriduji

15th Jan, Monday, Day 4

Understanding the nature of Arts and Creativity

Planning for Creative & Joyful Learning

Objectives To understand the nature of Arts and how it contributes in the learning and development

of child.

to understand and create the environment&structures/plans for creative and joyful

earning

Time Engagement Notes for facilitator Resources

9.30 to 10.00 Registration

Group songs &

Chimes: Fun and

Learning

Find music from childhood that all will probably

know.

Care about the values/percepts being developed

Create a song book (a few printouts for

now…Later a JoL songbook can be printed..

teachers & students create new songs/rhymes)

Rima/Mridu

ji

10.00-11.00 Quality Circle Time Reflective sharing based on Jenny Mosley’s

approach

Amir

11:00 – 11:15 Tea Break

11.15-1.45 Art Session Udaan

1.45 -2.15 Lunch

2:15 – 3.45 Art Session Udaan

3.45 – 4:30 Reflections Three major take aways& way forward

16th Jan, Tuesday, Day 5

Training on Shikshanjali’s Mobile Application and Digital Platform

Objectives To understand the nuances of observation and interviewing

Understand & practice the online platform for reporting and its utilization.

9.30 – 10.00 Registration TiF

10.00-11.00 Observations- What &

How?

Importance of empathy, communication

especially ‘listening’

Amir

11:00-11.15 Tea Break

11:15 - 01:45 Introduction- Online

tools of observations

& reporting

The importance and working of Online platform

and tools with entire team.

Colored cow

01:45 - 02:30 Lunch Break

02:30 - 4:00 Practice Teachers to do mock observations/interviews in

pairs.

Further Training of the TiF Coordinators

Colored cow

4.00-4.30 Queries &

Clarifications

Close

Amir &

Rima (?)

Annexure-2: List of Trainees

S. No. Name of Trainees 1. LalitAttri

2. Gourav Kumar

3. WakeelAkram 4. Madhu

5. Tasleema 6. Komal Devi

7. VishwaGarg

8. Pooja Sharma 9. Abdul Azeem

10. MohdFarhan 11. Tofik

12. AaqibAzhar 13. Mohd. Ashad

14. AbidHussain

15. Mukeem 16. Mulfida

17. Nisha 18. Mohd. Abid

19. Seema Rani

20. MaanBai 21. ShakeelAkhtar

22. Mufeed 23. Arshad Khan

24. Ritesh Sharma 25. Arif Khan

26. Saddam Hussain

27. Irshad